2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 762 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C5 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
